What's on

Looking for a good time? We know what you want... that's why we've compiled all Student City and community events into this handy-dandy community calendar for your event-finding convenience.

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Manawatu Home Birth Association Get Together

8th Feb - 14th Nov

The Manawatu Home Birth Association meets once a month alternating between morning and afternoon get-togethers. We are a group of parents who believe childbirth is a normal and healthy process. We.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Bonsai Meeting

14th Feb - 13th Nov

Manawatu Bonsai meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share information and experience the art of bonsai. Learn how to create a bonsai from a suitable nursery tree or backyard bush. Meetings.... Click here to read more.


Know Your Neighbour - Korea

1st Mar - 4th Apr

This month's Know Your Neighbour talk features Korea. Know Your Neighbour is a monthly talk series featuring local residents from other countries sharing elements of their culture. It happens on.... Click here to read more.


Sunday Glass Art Workshops '12 : Introduction to Kiln Glass

4th Mar - 2nd Dec

Glass artist David Traub is holding his Sunday Introduction to Kiln Glass workshops. Programme content: Make a coloured glass tile, two slumped glass bowls and glass brooches. David will.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Orchid Society Monthly Meeting.

12th Apr - 13th Dec

Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month from February to December. Visitors are welcome to attend. Thu, Apr 12, 7:30pm - 10:00pm Thu, May 10, 7:30pm - 10:00pm Thu, Jun 14, 7:30pm -.... Click here to read more.


Manfeild Indoor Winter Show Jumping Series

22th Apr - 26th Aug

Entries close on the Tuesday immediately prior to each show. Entries accepted on the day at 25% extra. All classes will be held in the Manfeild Indoor Stadium. Ponies - 8am start with $5 practice.... Click here to read more.


Backyard League

27th Apr - 7th Sep

Learn the fundamentals through skills, drills & mini games. 5-12 year old boys & girls 4.00 -5.30 pm every Friday throughout terms 2 & 3 from 27th April Arena Manawatu (back fields) No need to.... Click here to read more.


High Tea

29th Apr - 28th Oct

Last Sunday of every month April – October 2012. Bookings essential The luxurious afternoon dining experience. Spoil yourself, family or friends with a scrumptious high tea at Hotel Coachman..... Click here to read more.


Feilding Music Society Presents

2nd May - 5th Dec

2nd May - Youth Night, invited guests 16th May - Lunchtime concert 11.45am - bring your own lunch 6th June - Name Your Lady 4th July - March Militare 5th August - Happy 80th Birthday 2pm 5th.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Naturist Club Open Days

13th May - 9th Dec

We are a family-friendly naturist club, with 17.5 acres of beautiful grounds for you to relax in. Meet like-minded people and enjoy a clothes-free environment. We provide a safe, welcoming.... Click here to read more.


Fabric-a-brac

19th May - 1st Sep

A fabric sale from lovers of projects, who just have too many projects. If you’re looking for some great bargains and funky old fabric - fabric-a-brac is for you. You can take a table to sell.... Click here to read more.


Art Classes - Friday Night Art Club

25th May - 3rd Aug

Friday Night Art Club with tutor Kirsty Porter. Ongoing “open studio” sessions where students can work on personal or study projects of their choice in an art school environment with an.... Click here to read more.


Stories @ 6

1st Jun - 7th Sep

A fun, 45 minute storytime for the whole family. Come join us for hot chocolate and marshmallows too! Starting in May and finishing in September. Held the first Friday of each month in the.... Click here to read more.


Winter Series 2012

9th Jun - 30th Sep

Actrix Winter Series - the biggest winter motorcycle series. Formula 1, 2, Superlite, Ultralite, 125GP, ProTwin, Post Classics, '90s Carbies and Clubmans Sat, Jun 9, 7:00am - 5:00pm Sat, Sep 29,.... Click here to read more.


Crank It Cycles Winter MTB Series

10th Jun - 9th Sep

Directions on the 'Tracks' page of the website. This is a fun, family-orientated event series. Something for everyone including beginners, children, weekend warriors and reasonably serious racers..... Click here to read more.


One Eighty

17th Jun - 19th Aug

An energetic evening service for the whole community. Come, praise and learn more about our God. For inquires: Pastor Allen Hince 3235063. Coffee and cake to follow. Sun, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm.... Click here to read more.


Backyard League

19th Jun - 21th Aug

No need to pre-register 5-12 year old boys & girls. Learn the fundamentals through skills, drills & mini games. For more information, visit the website. Phone Lisa on 027 2571707. - Tararua launch.... Click here to read more.


Backyard League

21th Jun - 23th Aug

No need to pre-register 5-12 year old boys & girls. Learn the fundamentals through skills, drills & mini games. For more information, visit the website. Phone Lisa on 027 2571707. - Tararua launch.... Click here to read more.


Orchid Society meeting

26th Jun - 27th Nov

Levin Orchid Society holds its meetings on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Any enquiries, contact the secretary, Elaine Ferrige, on 06-3672302. We welcome any people interested in learning about.... Click here to read more.


Original Song Competition

27th Jun - 26th Sep

Please read: 2nd original song competition by Feral Music. Will be in 2 catagories this year: solo/duo and bands. Competition to be held in conjunction with open mic nights every 2nd and 4th.... Click here to read more.


Groove Method Fitness Class

4th Jul - 29th Aug

Be one of the first to try The Groove Method! These are the only Groove Method Fitness classes currently offered in New Zealand. The Groove Method is a ridiculously fun workout with a dance focus..... Click here to read more.


Pedal Power on Manfeild

7th Jul - 4th Aug

This is a family friendly event that caters for all levels of cyclists. Take the opportunity to zoom around Manfeild before the race cars come out!. Cycle skills training, colouring competitions,.... Click here to read more.


National Advance Drivers School

10th Jul - 30th Oct

We cover all aspects of driver training, from tyre maintenance to emergency skills, accident avoidance and defensive driving techniques, as well as a session on the Road Code. Full supervision: All.... Click here to read more.


Palmerston North Recreational Badminton

13th Jul - 30th Aug

Recreational badminton throughout the year on two courts. All welcome Thursdays 9.00am to 11.00am. Beginners and seniors Fridays 9.00am to 11.00am. We play for enjoyment, not to win at all cost. No.... Click here to read more.


Feilding Classic Car Club Car Show & Mystery Cruise

15th Jul - 16th Sep

Car show followed by either a mystery run, pokerrun, shed raid. Open to all American, Austrian & English classic, customs hot rods & muscle cars. Phone 323 8354 for more information. Sun, Jul 15,.... Click here to read more.


Art classes - Mixed media, Collage & Texture

16th Jul - 20th Aug

Tutor: Kylie Wardlaw. Introducing the concept of mixed media using examples by various artists, we will talk about where we getour inspiration from, and how to design an effective composition..... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Community Choir

16th Jul - 24th Sep

The Manawatu Community Choir is your choir. If you can walk in the door, you're in the choir! The Manawatu Community Choir aims to provide all people, whatever their background or ability, with an.... Click here to read more.


Pilates Beginners Course

17th Jul - 21th Aug

Find your perfect balance of strength, tone and flexibility using the popular Pilates method. This beginners' course involves 6 specifically designed exercise sessions over 6 weeks (Tuesday.... Click here to read more.


2012 Term 3 Grasshoppers Tournament Tri Series

22th Jul - 16th Sep

Tennis Manawatu will be holding 3 Grasshoppers Tournaments in term 3. Grasshoppers Tournament FAQ’s Does my child have to be of a certain standard? - Definitely not! Even if they are still only.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Ukulele Group (MUG)

22th Jul - 16th Sep

MUG Pro… for adults (16+). A friendly gathering of players led by Jennifer Moss. In these sessions we continue to broaden our knowledge of ukulele chords, strums & finger picking to consolidate &.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Car Club Road and Track Day

22th Jul - 23th Dec

Gates open at 8.30am and entry to the public is free. Competitor information: We have 5 classes that best fit with the current fleet of vehicles in New Zealand. Rookie: For people who do not belong.... Click here to read more.


Everybody's Market

22th Jul - 8th Jul

Held at the Aramoho Shopping Centre next to the 4 Square. 9am-1pm every Sunday. Phone Dan 063439148 or txt 0210651106. Sun, Jul 22, 9:00am - 1:00pm Sun, Jul 29, 9:00am - 1:00pm Sun, Aug 5, 9:00am -.... Click here to read more.


Marvellous Masks

24th Jul - 7th Aug

Come and make the mask of your dreams. Over 3 weeks we'll make a clay form and papier mache a mask made just for you. Limited numbers, Please enrol. Over 7 years old only. $10 for entire project..... Click here to read more.


Art classes - Portraiture: The Self and the Other

24th Jul - 14th Aug

Portraiture using paint and other media. Tutor: Kirsty Porter. Looking at the production of an image of the human face, and at the way artists use elements within the portrait to suggest certain.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu African Drumming (MAD)

25th Jul - 19th Sep

A community drumming group, meeting fortnightly in Palmerston North, led by Jennifer Moss. It’s fun, simple to get started and many people believe it’s beneficial for your health. Relaxing and.... Click here to read more.


Arohatia Te Reo: Cherish the Language

26th Jul

Te Reo tasters: waiata and national anthem. Quick language tasters in the New Zealand and Pacific Island Zone. 2nd floor.. Click here to read more.


Winter Wellness Evening

26th Jul

Join us for an enjoyable evening learning how to look after yourself and your family this winter. Nature is amazing, learn preventative strategies as well as what to do when colds and flu do.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu International Squash Classic

26th Jul - 29th Jul

Get your entries into play or coming along a watch the 2012 Manawatu International Squash Classic coming up on the 26th - 29th July. Entries are open to all grades and entry is free for all.... Click here to read more.


Writing Classes - Introduction to Creative Writing

26th Jul - 16th Aug

Tutor: Maria Polglase. Once upon a time there were three students: one busting with wonderful ideas but unsure how to express them; one busting to write but short on ideas; and one who just loved.... Click here to read more.


Art classes - Painting with Acrylics

26th Jul - 30th Aug

Tutor: Kirsty Porter Acrylic paint is a quick-drying medium in a range of opacities that allows the student unlimited flexibility when faced with making a painting. Acrylics can achieve bold.... Click here to read more.